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Wake up with Glass In The Morning every morning from 7-9 a.m., on WGCL. Join Mike Glasscott for Bloomington’s local morning show, with news updates, weather, community guests (like Keith Klein, Sue Wanzer, Margaret Fette, Chuck Crabb and more) and issues, and Joe Smith Reports. For Glass’ unique takes on all things sports, life and Bloomington, check out the Glass Houses Blog If you want to get in touch with Glass, send him an email.

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We spoke with Grandview Elementary School Principal Lily Albright and City Council President Tim Mayer this morning.

Please take a listen to what they had to say below!

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Happy Hump Day

Busy morning on the airwaves as we spoke to Inside Indiana’s and 24/7 sports beat writer Zach Osterman and got his thoughts on the Indiana-Kentucky match-up and rivalry.

Wednesday mornings also bring us County Councilwoman Marty Hawk.  It sounds like Indian Creek township has found some bother as well.

Please take a listen below!

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Thursday, we spoke with Ivy Tech Chancellor John Whikehart, MCCSC School Board members Keith Klein and Sue Wanzer, and Stroke expert Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor.

Friday, State Representative Peggy Welch wrapped up the week at the Statehouse.

Please take a listen below!

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County Councilwoman Marty Hawk makes her weekly appearance this morning.

Please take a listen below!

Listen to the audio from the Colts’ press conference this afternoon.

Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by Friday’s devastating tornadoes in Southern Indiana.

There are several ways you can help relief efforts:

-American Red Cross: Text “REDCROSS” to 90999 to make a $10 donation. You can also donate online.

-Salvation Army: Text “HOOSIER” to 80888 to make a $10 donation, or call 1-800-SAL-ARMY. You can also donation online.

-Catholic Charities of Indianapolis: Donate online.

-United Methodist Committee of Relief: Donate online.

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Getting caught up on some audio from the week just passed.

On Tuesday, we spoke with MCCSC Superintendent Dr Judy DeMuth.  Her interview is in player 1.

We also spoke with City Council President Tim Mayer on Tuesday.  His interview is in player 2.

Wednesdays, we speak with State Representative Matt Pierce.  His interviews is in player 3.

We also spoke with County Councilwoman Marty Hawk.  Her interview is in player 4.

Thursday, Roy Elkes from Ivy Tech’s VITA program joined us in the studio.  His interview is in player 5.

Friday, State Representative Peggy Welch joins us just after 8:05 to keep us updated on the legislative process at the Statehouse.  Her interview is in player 6.

Please take a listen below!

 

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Wednesdays we speak with State Representative Matt Pierce just after 7:35.  His interview is in player 1.

County Councilwoman Marty Hawk makes her weekly visit on Wednesdays just after 8:05.  Her interview is in player 2.

Ivy Tech Chancellor John Whikehart made his Thursday visit and we talked about the weekend Art Fair at the Convention Center among other issues.  His interview is in player 3.

Sue Wanzer and Keith Klein sit on the MCCSC School Board and they join us every Thursday morning.  Their interview is in player 4.

 

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Keith and Glass had their normal busy Tuesday morning talking with community leaders.

First up this morning was the Principal at Arlington Heights Elementary School, Shannon Carroll-Frye.  It’s always great to hear what our local school leaders are doing to encourage the development and education of our children.  Her interview is in player 2.

City Council President Tim Mayer makes his usual Tuesday morning visit as we learn about the issues making news at the city level in Bloomington.  Roundabouts and Historic Preservation were on the agenda this morning.  Tim’s interview is in player 2.

Please take a listen below!

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MCCSC School Board Member Sue Wanzer joined Glass on Thursdays to talk school issues in our community.  Her interview is in player 1.

Steve Swihart from BIRA called in to let us know about their fundraiser from the American Red Cross of Bloomington this weekend.  His interview is in player 2.

State Representative Matt Pierce flipped with Peggy Welch this week to join us on Friday morning.  We get Matt’s thoughts on the short session coming to an end in a few weeks.  His interview is in player 3.

Ruth Aten from Hoosier Heart Hoopla talks about their first annual fundraiser tomorrow at College Mall.  Her interview is in player 4.

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Super busy this week on the show.  Thanks to all of our guests who joined us.

We started Tuesday morning with Principal John Hudson from Marlin Elementary School.  That’s  busy bunch over there!  His interview is in player 1.

This Wednesday, State Representative Peggy Welch joined us in Matt Pierce’s usual 7:35 spot.  Peggy and Matt flipped spots this week due to scheduling issues but will be back on song starting next week.  There’s not much time left in the short session and Peggy tells us what to expect as they are wrapping it up.  Her interview is in player 2.

Wednesdays just after 8:05 we talk county government with County Councilwoman Marty Hawk.  Her interview is in player 3.

Thursday morning we spoke with the Director of Education and Legislation for the Indiana State Civil Rights Commission and Bloomington resident Danny Lopez.  His interview is in player 4.

Chancellor John Whikehart from Ivy Tech makes his weekly visit and updates us on Ivy Tech’s contributions to Black History month and their upcoming O’Bannon Institute in April.  His interview is in player 5.

 

 

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Catching up on some audio from late last week and the first three days of this week.

State Representative Peggy Welch joins us every Friday.  Her interview from last week is in player 1.

MCCSC Superintendent Dr. Judy DeMuth was with us Tuesday morning,  Her interview is in player 2.

President of the Bloomington City Council Tim Mayer joins us Tuesdays as well.  His interview is in player 3.

State Representative Matt Pierce makes his weekly Wednesday visit.  His interview is in player 4.

County Councilwoman Marty Hawk also joins us weekly on Wednesdays.  Her interview is in player 5.

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We get caught up on this first day of February with audio from the last three shows.

Last Friday, we spoke with State Representative Peggy Welch on the happenings at the Indiana State House.  Peggy also discussed her decision to seek re-election in District 60.

Yesterday, we had the chance to meet Lakeview Elementary School Principal Tom Richardson and hear how his school has attained four-star status.

We also spoke with the President of the City Council, Tim Mayer, and got his thoughts on city business.

Russ Wilkie, the Treasurer of Mother Hubbard Cupboard, called this morning to let us know how we could help the food pantry in these trying times.

State Representative Matt Pierce gave us the early week update on a Super Bowl-shortened week at the State House and what we should expect to see as the session picks back up next Tuesday.  Only a month left to get things done in Indianapolis in this short session.

County Councilwoman Marty Hawk outlined her idea for “fixing” county government and addressed the issues facing Monroe County.

Whew.

Please take a listen below!

 

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State Representative Matt Pierce of Bloomington talked about the hurdles facing the State Legislature as the D’s and R’s try to get things moving.  Matt also offers his opinion on the State of the Union address and Governor Mitch Daniel’s Republican rebuttal.

County Councilwoman Marty Hawk updates us on the lingering credit card situation that is dragging out in the county plus her thoughts on a new county government structure being floated by county Democrats.

Please take a listen below!

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Principal Jan Williamson from Highland Park Elementary joined us this morning to let us know what’s happening at her school and to give us a spelling quiz.

Principal Dave Pillar joined us a couple of weeks ago about the happenings at Jackson Creek Middle School.

City Council President Tim Mayer made his weekly visit to explain the process of P.U.D’s moving through City government.

Please take a listen below!

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Wrapping up the week with audio from Thursday and today.

Yesterday, we talked local education with MCCSC School Board members Keith Klein and Sue Wanzer.

Also, Ivy Tech John Whikehart made his weekly visit and we discussed the award he received on MLK Day.

Friday brings State Representative Peggy Welch and her weekly visit from the Indiana Statehouse.

We wrapped things up with our good friend from Rotary, Jean Emery, and she let us know about their big fundraiser that starts TODAY!

Please take a listen below!

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Getting caught up on some audio from the last seven days.

We go back to last Friday when we spoke to State Representative Peggy Welch.  We spoke about the butting of heads between parties in Indianapolis and legislation that was trying to get through the House.

Tuesday, we talked education with the Superintendent of MCCSC School Dr Judy DeMuth.  She recapped her State of the Corporation speech.

Wednesday, State Representative Matt Pierce gave us insight on how the legislative politicking was progressing in Indianapolis at the State House.

Coming tomorrow:  Ivy Tech Chancellor John Whikehart, MCCSC School Board members Keith Klein and Sue Wanzer and State Representative Peggy Welch.

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